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Now Open: You'll Find Pints, Parmigianas and Games of Pool at New Hamilton Gastropub Portside Social
The crew behind Newstead Social has opened a second spot for beers and burgers as part of the riverside precinct's ongoing revamp.
The Grammy-winner's 'Radical Optimism' tour just got bigger — but she's still only playing three cities on her trip to Australia and New Zealand.
It's about to be 'Padam Padam' summer all over again when the Australian star heads around the country on her biggest world tour in 14 years.
'Tis the season to embrace fresh air, sunny skies and a jam-packed calendar of outside events.
Wait till the weather is just right, fill your esky with cold drinks and an oversupply of snacks, then get picnicking.
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NewsNow Open: You'll Find Pints, Parmigianas and Games of Pool at New Hamilton Gastropub Portside Social
The crew behind Newstead Social has opened a second spot for beers and burgers as part of the riverside precinct's ongoing revamp.
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NewsNow Open: Black Hide's Queen's Wharf Restaurant Is Your New Go-To for Steak, Seafood and Cocktails with a View
Moving over from the Treasury, The Gambaro Group's new 250-plus-guest steakhouse includes a cocktail lounge with riverside views.
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NewsNow Open: Seafood Lovers Can Don Bibs and Crack Open Shellfish at Claw BBQ's New Carindale Crab Shack
This is the American-inspired chain's second Brisbane venue, after first opening in Bowen Hills in 2023.
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GuideThe Best Rooftop Bars in and Around Brisbane
Here's where to head in and around Brisbane when you want to enjoy a cocktail skyward.
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NewsNow Open: Luxe Japanese Fine-Diner Sokyo Is Dishing Up Eye-Catching Sushi, Sashimi and More at Queen's Wharf
Executive Chef Alex Yu has been nicknamed the "sashimi florist" — and he's overseeing the menu at the restaurant's first Brisbane location.
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NewsComing Soon: Central Is Queen Street's New Subterranean Dumpling Bar From the Southside and Rick Shores Team
Opening in October in the Piccadilly Arcade building, this 80-seater restaurant takes inspiration from its namesake district in Hong Kong.
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Sokyo
William Street, Brisbane City
At its first outpost outside of Sydney, this luxe Japanese fine-diner is dishing up eye-catching sushi, sashimi and more at Queen's Wharf.
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RestaurantAttimi by Dario Manca
224 Given Terrace, Paddington
This 28-seat Italian fine-diner in Paddington takes inspiration from Michelin-starred dining in Europe.
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BarNaldham House
33 Felix Street, Brisbane City
This heritage-listed CBD site is back after an eye-catching revamp — and it's serving up Euro-style dishes, plus drinks on the terrace.
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BarLittle Miss Sunshine
80 Ann Street, Brisbane City
This Brisbane brewery and bistro pours its own beers — and makes them — on Ann Street in the city's CBD.
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RestaurantSupernormal Brisbane
443 Queen Street, Brisbane City
Andrew McConnell has expanded his Melbourne restaurant to Brisbane, bringing its lobster rolls and Asian-influenced dishes to a prime riverside location.
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BarBar Miette
443 Queen Street, Brisbane City
Andrew McConnell's hospitality empire has arrived in Brisbane with this Euro-leaning terrace cafe and wine bar.
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BarThe Ballpark Portside
39 Hercules Street, Hamilton
Get swinging at Brisbane's American-themed interactive sports bar with its own batting cage.
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BarClub Félix
33 Felix Street, Brisbane City
Make an after-hours date for cocktails and wagyu cheeseburgers at this supper club inside Felix Street's revived Naldham House.
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Bar
Naldham House
33 Felix Street, Brisbane City
This heritage-listed CBD site is back after an eye-catching revamp — and it's serving up Euro-style dishes, plus drinks on the terrace.
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BarPawn & Co Brisbane
680 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
Fortitude Valley is now home to a cocktail bar that's also a pawn shop and a perfumery — all in Laruche's old digs.
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Little Miss Sunshine
80 Ann Street, Brisbane City
This Brisbane brewery and bistro pours its own beers — and makes them — on Ann Street in the city's CBD.
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NewsGet Ready to Play: Netflix Has Dropped Its Next Sneak Peek at 'Squid Game' Season Two
Lee Jung-jae is back in the green tracksuit as Seong Gi-hun — and there's new games and a new cash prize.
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NewsDua Lipa Has Added Extra Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland Shows to Her 2025 Tour Down Under
The Grammy-winner's 'Radical Optimism' tour just got bigger — but she's still only playing three cities on her trip to Australia and New Zealand.
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NewsStart Spinning Around: Kylie Minogue Is Kicking Off Her New 'Tension' World Tour in Australia in 2025
It's about to be 'Padam Padam' summer all over again when the Australian star heads around the country on her biggest world tour in 14 years.
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NewsVoicing Machines, Being Inspired by Miyazaki and Exploring Big Emotions: Lupita Nyong'o and Chris Sanders Talk 'The Wild Robot'
Oscar-winning actor Nyong'o lends her vocals to this gorgeous movie adaption of the beloved book, with 'Lilo & Stitch' and 'How to Train Your Dragon' filmmaker Sanders directing.
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NewsPalme d'Or-Winner 'Anora' and the World Premiere of New Aussie Horror 'The Red' Have Joined BIFF's 2024 Lineup
This year's Brisbane International Film Festival will also screen Amy Adams' latest 'Nightbitch', plus the Jesse Eisenberg- and Riley Keough-starring 'Sasquatch Sunset'.
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NewsRobert Pattinson Hates Dying Again and Again in the Full Trailer for Bong Joon-ho's 'Mickey 17'
The Oscar-winning director's first film since 'Parasite' is a sci-fi comedy co-starring Steven Yeun and Mark Ruffalo about a man who dies for a living.
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EventSirromet's Fiery Winter Warmers
Multiple single dates
Sirromet Wines, Mount Cotton
Sip mulled wine under the stars while sitting around your own private firepit and eating goodies from a hamper at this scenic Mount Cotton winery.
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EventBrisbane Serenades
Multiple single dates
Various locations across Brisbane, Brisbane
Five free outdoor concerts are popping up around the city, including in Mooroooka, St Lucia and at Portside, during Brisbane Festival.
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EventAdults-Only Mini-Golf Night
Sat, 21 Sep, 2024
The Jungle Adventure Play, Tingalpa
Tingalpa's 16-hole jungle-themed mini golf course with a cocktail bar throws weekly boozy parties just for adults.
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EventLightscape Brisbane
Thu, 29 Aug - Sat, 12 Oct 2024
Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane City
This luminous after-dark experience is returning to the City Botanic Gardens for Brisbane Festival 2024.
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EventToowoomba Carnival of Flowers
Fri, 13 Sep - Mon, 7 Oct 2024
Toowoomba, Toowoomba
For the 75th time, Toowoomba will celebrate spring in the most fitting way possible: with a massive splash of blossoming florals.
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EventShuckin' Sundays
Sun, 22 Sep, 2024
Victory Lane, Ascot
This weekly special serves up $2 oysters from the Ascot venue's streetside cart.
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EventVertigo's Sunday Brunch
Sun, 22 Sep, 2024
Vertigo, New Farm
You can now tuck into weekly champagne brunches while hanging over the side of Brisbane Powerhouse.
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EventThe Cat Empire with Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Thu, 19 Sep, 2024
Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley
The Melbourne-based funk band is teaming up with Queensland's leading orchestra for an epic one-night-only show.
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EventGOMA Friday Nights: Iris van Herpen
Multiple single dates
GOMA, South Brisbane
End your working week hitting GOMA after hours to party inside its dazzling 'Sculpting the Senses' exhibition.
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EventThe Handmade Markets
Sat, 26 Oct 2024 and Sat, 23 Nov 2024
Queensland Museum, South Brisbane
Forget machines — everything at this monthly market in Queensland Museum's Whale Mall is made by hand.
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EventGigs & Picnics
Multiple single dates
Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane City
Listen to free live music and grab snacks from food trucks at this monthly hangout in the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens.
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EventFelons' Cinema Sessions
Tue, 24 Sep, 2024
Felons Brewing Co, Brisbane City
Brisbane's riverside CBD brewery is improving your Tuesdays with free flicks in its Barrel Hall.
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NewsFrom Rotary Phones to MSN Messenger, Australia's Newest Museum Celebrates Communication Technologies
The first new major museum in Melbourne for more than two decades is all about the tech that's helped humanity interact.
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NewsYou'll Be Able to Explore a House-Within-a-House Labyrinth When the NGV's 2024 Architecture Commission Pops Up
First, you'll step inside the frame of an average Australian home — and then, drawing attention to alternative modes of housing, you'll enter a smaller-scale abode.
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NewsWin One of Five Philips Prize Packs That'll Help You Look Your Best This Winter
Philips is giving away three garment-care gadgets to make your beloved clothes look and feel new again.
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NewsStyle Away the Cold with These Wardrobe Essentials for an Aussie Winter
Winter wardrobe staples that'll withstand not only changing weather conditions but also changing trends.
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NewsNow Open: Iris van Herpen's Stunning Couture Designs Have Arrived Down Under at GOMA's 'Sculpting the Senses' Exhibition
Displaying in Brisbane after a season in Paris, the Australian-exclusive exhibition features 130 creations by the Dutch fashion designer.
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NewsBrisbane Open House Is Back for 2024 to Get You Wandering Around (and Snooping Through) the City's Iconic Buildings
This year, everywhere from the Merthyr Croquet Club and Centenary Pool to New Farm Cinemas and Newstead House are opening their doors.
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NewsTwelve Incredible Australian Islands for When You Want to Get Off the Mainland
You don't need to travel to Bali or Thailand to have an island holiday — these adventurous and relaxing spots lie just off the coast of Australia.
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News You Can Use: Nine Things That Happened in Brisbane This Week
Here's what's been catching our attention, including a luxe new Japanese restaurant, a Brisbane hotel being named Australia's best and Kylie Minogue heading to town.
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GuideThe Best Outdoor Events to Head to in and Around Brisbane This Spring and Summer
Tis the season to embrace fresh air, sunny skies and a jam-packed calendar of outside events.
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NewsThe Best Picnic Spots in Brisbane
Wait till the weather is just right, fill your esky with cold drinks and an oversupply of snacks, then get picnicking.
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News
Twelve Incredible Australian Islands for When You Want to Get Off the Mainland
You don't need to travel to Bali or Thailand to have an island holiday — these adventurous and relaxing spots lie just off the coast of Australia.
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Guide
News You Can Use: Nine Things That Happened in Brisbane This Week
Here's what's been catching our attention, including a luxe new Japanese restaurant, a Brisbane hotel being named Australia's best and Kylie Minogue heading to town.
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Guide
The Best Outdoor Events to Head to in and Around Brisbane This Spring and Summer
'Tis the season to embrace fresh air, sunny skies and a jam-packed calendar of outside events.
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News
The Best Picnic Spots in Brisbane
Wait till the weather is just right, fill your esky with cold drinks and an oversupply of snacks, then get picnicking.
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NewsThe Eight Best Outdoor Swimming Pools in Brisbane
Brisbane might not be a beach city, but there's always an oasis nearby beckoning you to leave work early for a splash.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Brisbane This Weekend
Spend your weekend sipping strawberry negronis, enjoying the last days of Brisbane Festival and partying in an art gallery.
Trending Bars and Restaurants
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Restaurant
Sokyo
William Street, Brisbane City
At its first outpost outside of Sydney, this luxe Japanese fine-diner is dishing up eye-catching sushi, sashimi and more at Queen's Wharf.
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Restaurant
Attimi by Dario Manca
224 Given Terrace, Paddington
This 28-seat Italian fine-diner in Paddington takes inspiration from Michelin-starred dining in Europe.
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The Ballpark Portside
39 Hercules Street, Hamilton
Get swinging at Brisbane's American-themed interactive sports bar with its own batting cage.
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Bar Miette
443 Queen Street, Brisbane City
Andrew McConnell's hospitality empire has arrived in Brisbane with this Euro-leaning terrace cafe and wine bar.
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Restaurant
Supernormal Brisbane
443 Queen Street, Brisbane City
Andrew McConnell has expanded his Melbourne restaurant to Brisbane, bringing its lobster rolls and Asian-influenced dishes to a prime riverside location.
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